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Corpus Christi
Saturday, March 28th, 2026
Good morning, Corpus Christi. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new sensory playground in Robstown is now open — allowing children of all abilities to play together and giving families an inclusive space to gather. KIII-TV
- ➤ Corpus Christi veterans are hosting a Huey helicopter dedication ceremony at Sherrill Veterans Memorial Park today at 10 a.m. after they criticized the city’s earlier event — guest speaker Dr. Du Hua-Ren and a roll call of Vietnam veterans and fallen Coastal Bend heroes will be featured. Action 10 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Corpus Christi icon Dr. Gloria Scott fought in 2005 to save Solomon M. Coles High School from closing and protect its role in offering education to Black students. Today the historic landmark serves as an alternative school that gives students a second chance. Action 10 News
- ➤ The Oso Bay Wetlands Learning Center stays open after receiving a $154,246 grant from the Coastal Bend Bays and Estuaries Program — the donation protects its education programs and keeps resident animals from being relocated. KRIS 6 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nueces County Commissioners approved an amended road deal for Tesla’s Robstown lithium facility; Tesla will fund stronger subsurface construction and extra road work near County Road 77 (with completion now set for July 2027). KRIS 6 News
- ➤ Corpus Christi demolished a dangerous home on 11th Street after over a year of delays from budget cuts and beehive issues troubled neighbors. White Star Services donated its demolition services — helping clear the longstanding hazard near local homes. KRIS 6 News
- ➤ 600 ft of HDPE pipe arrived at the Evangeline groundwater site in San Patricio County this afternoon + it is the first shipment in a series that will deliver 90% of 30 miles of pipeline by the end of July; the pipe was made in South Carolina. Action 10 News
- ➤ Nueces County approved an amended road improvement deal with Tesla near its Robstown lithium facility. Tesla will fund stronger subsurface construction and extra road work near County Road 77 with a completion deadline of July 2027. Action 10 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Corpus Christi offers family-friendly attractions for locals to visit during their free time. The guide highlights parks, museums, and art spaces that showcase the city's unique charm. Caller Times
- ➤ PetSmart is hosting a weekend cat adoption event at its Moore Plaza location from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today and Sunday where cats from The Cattery are available for adoption with a $75 fee that covers spay/neuter, vaccinations, and a goodie bag. KRIS 6 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, three state-ranked high school games took place as #1 Calallen won 8-0 in baseball against #8 Tuloso-Midway and 12-0 in softball over #19 Tuloso-Midway — while #14 Ingleside edged #12 Rockport-Fulton 10-4. KIII-TV
- ➤ Texas A and M Corpus Christi Baseball upset first-place UTRGV 9-6 Friday night in the Valley, scoring all nine runs between the third and fourth innings. Meanwhile, the softball team fell 12-2 to Southeastern at Chapman Field and will face a doubleheader Saturday starting at noon. KIII-TV
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Nate's Next Kid Up Easter Ice Cream Social
12-3 p.m. — D’lites Cream — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with free bunny pictures and an egg hunt while enjoying ice cream treats.
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Blithe Spirit Performance
7:30 p.m. — Aurora Arts Theatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy a captivating performance of 'Blithe Spirit' at the local theatre.
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Anything Box Concert
8-11 p.m. — House of Rock — Ticket prices vary — Dive into the sounds of Anything Box as they perform hits from 1984-2024.
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Carson Miller Duo Live Performance
9 p.m. — Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon — No Cover — Enjoy a night of high-energy country music from the talented Carson Miller Band.
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Spring and More Block Party
4-8 p.m. — Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History — Free entry — Celebrate spring with kids' activities, music, and fun at this community block party.
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Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Omni Corpus Christi Hotel — Ticketed event — Experience a magical, candlelit tribute to Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by the Listeso String Quartet.
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Pecos & The Rooftops Live Concert
7 p.m. — Brewster Street Icehouse - Downtown — Cost varies — Experience the heavy blend of country and classic rock by Pecos & The Rooftops.
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Corpus Christi Ballet - The Little Mermaid
1-10:30 p.m. — Selena Auditorium — $26-$46 — Experience a magical world under the sea with the premiere of The Little Mermaid, featuring original choreography and special effects.
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McNeese State Cowboys vs Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders Baseball
2-5 p.m. — Chapman Field — Free entry — Catch the exciting college baseball rivalry between the Cowboys and Islanders.
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Live Music: Ballyhoo! & Bumpin Uglies
6-9 p.m. — House of Rock — Ticket details TBA — Experience an evening of vibrant music from Ballyhoo! and Bumpin Uglies.
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